Project Manager in Bristol

Our Capital Projects team have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join us at our Bristol office. Capital Projects are key to supporting the growth, sustainability, and operational needs of Unite Students by investing in the physical infrastructure and facilities of the estate. The delivery of the Capital Investment Plan is intended to create, upgrade, and maintain assets with long-term value. The purpose of a Capital Projects Team is to manage and oversee the planning, execution, and completion of the Capital Projects Plan across the Estate. The Capital Projects Team will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and provide assurance that all required quality, compliance and regulatory standards are met. The purpose of this role is to evaluate and manage risks and lead the design development process on projects from the identification of risk and due diligence, developing detailed scope, gaining planning permission, tendering and appointment of contractor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver complex projects across the portfolio; including but not limited to, Refurbishments, Asset enhancements, External facade, Safety focused & ESG initiatives
• Project Management ownership of RIBA stage 2 - 7, whilst supporting colleagues in earlier stages when needed
• Management of projects in live environments whilst not compromising on H&S, quality, time and cost
• Develop and define project scopes from a brief which considers legislation, regulation and ensure compliance with planning conditions and the Building Safety Act
• Appoint and lead external consultant teams to maximise efficiency for projects
• Multifunctional collaboration to ensure that design is correct and aligned
• Strategic technical input to ensure efficiency in design and delivery
• Strategic input on risks to ensure that these have been considered within the design, programme, and costing of the project
• Ensure Planning applications are submitted and tracked
• Ensure BSR Gateway applications are submitted and tracked
• Complete accurate reporting across the business on all projects
• Deliver regular communication, updates, and liaison with Key stakeholders
• Work closely with Procurement and Commercial to ensure tenders are successfully achieved, including supporting Commercial with any contractual requirements

Team Working and Personal Development

• Approaching activities with a positive can-do attitude, demonstrating real ownership of issues and delivering on commitments
• Providing leadership and motivation to the internal and external project team
• Approaching challenging targets with an open mind
• Acting as a role model and ambassador for Unite Students values and culture
• Actively pursue continuous development of personal skills through internal and external learning and commitment to Unite Students appraisal and IDP processes
• Developing standard documents and procedures for primary external consultants required to deliver the pipeline
• Attending and be actively involved in team meetings, contributing to Business Plans and commercial risks

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Project Management qualification or hold other similar relevant qualification
• Extensive experience of delivering major projects from inception to final sign off
• Experienced in the management of procurement and contract documentation
• A proven track record of management of external consultant teams
• Strong computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft Office
• Ability to work at pace whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Possesses a positive attitude, with the ability to adapt swiftly and a willingness to undertake challenging tasks to ensure customer/ stakeholder satisfaction
• Self-motivated and possessing the ability to work on own initiative and as within a team
• Evidence of working in a fast paced, high change environment and able to manage multiple demands effectively
• Understand the BSA Duty Holder role(s), PM role, and Golden Thread requirements
• A quick learner, demonstrates a capability and willingness to acquire and apply new skills and learning
• Well-developed communication and influencing skills, able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to create and maintain relationships across wide geographical area
• Full UK driving licence
• Experienced in all forms for construction project management
• Experience in major refurbishment projects
• Experience in Major Cladding Projects
• A knowledge of the student accommodation market
• Detailed understanding and knowledge of planning policies and the Building Safety Act

What You’ll Get in Return

• A discretionary annual bonus so you can share in the company’s success
• 25 days’ paid holiday and an annual holiday buying scheme, with 5 additional days awarded for long service
• A generous pension scheme - employer contributions between 5% and 11% depending on how much you save
• Various benefits to support your health and wellbeing including a Healthcare Cash Plan, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Wellbeing platform and a Gym benefit that you can share with your family and friends
• Enhanced Family Leave including 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents
• Lots of other great benefits including an annual ShareSave scheme, Employee Life Assurance, a discounts portal and more!

About Unite Students

Founded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK’s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with 74,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas.

Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn’t just what we do but who we are.

People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive.

Room for Everyone

We’re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we’re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what’s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.